Cornelius Krieghoff

1815–1872 (age 57)

Artist

Photograph of Cornelius Krieghoff

About Cornelius Krieghoff

Cornelius Krieghoff (1815–1872) lived to age 57. They were an artist. Born in Amsterdam, they died in Chicago. They are buried at Graceland Cemetery in Illinois.

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